Overview

What Is We Are Family (Medicine)?

We Are Family (Medicine) is an AAPA conference designed to provide PAs and NPs with essential updates and skills necessary for family medicine practice. It’s an ideal course for all experience levels practicing in family medicine and general internal medicine.

Expert faculty will present on focus areas including dermatology, orthopaedics, mental health, and cardiology. The content will primarily focus on adult medicine, while also touching on some critical pediatric and geriatric topics. Both acute and preventive care topics will be covered.

Join us for a long weekend of immersive learning and networking in the historic and charming downtown Savannah.

The January 11 – 13, 2025 event in Savannah, Ga. features:

• 3-day conference full of family medicine topics led by expert faculty
• Interactive case-based session options available free with your registration
• 2 days of exhibits
• Networking opportunities with colleagues including an opening networking event
• Access to session recordings for 6 months

Course Directors

Chasity Falls, DMSc, PA-C

Elizabeth Elliott, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA

Hayden Middleton, DMSc, PA-C

Registration

Registration Rates

Please note that We Are Family (Medicine) conference registration is not included in the Fellow Plus or Fellow Premium membership.

What’s Included

Main Conference

• Continental breakfast and lunch provided each day
• Networking reception
• A variety of sessions to choose from, including hands on, interactive, and case-based sessions.
• Access to session recordings for 6 months

Ghost Walking Tour

Saturday, Jan. 11

8 – 10 p.m.

Hear spellbinding tales of the scandals, cemeteries, and spirits of Savannah’s past. This is an experience that will leave you knowing why Savannah has been dubbed one of the most haunted cities in America! This tour also includes two drinks at different bar stops along the way. If you are brave enough, this exciting tour is not to be missed!

Praline Making Class

Sunday, Jan. 12

5:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Learn the history of the Pralines and how they traversed the Atlantic from France to New Orleans and across the south. Following a short demonstration, guests will work in teams of two to prepare a batch of pralines. You will each package up your southern confections so that you can take home more than just a sweet memory of your time in Savannah. This includes roundtrip trolley transportation from Hyatt Regency Savannah to the cooking school.

Limited seats available for these excursions!

If you would like to bring a guest that isn’t attending the main conference, just have them create a free AAPA online account to register for the excursion online.

Cancellation Policy

Registration Cancellation Policy

• Please submit your cancellation request in writing to [email protected].
• We offer a full refund for cancellations prior to November 15, 2024.
• Between November 15, 2024 – January 10, 2025, we can offer a 50% refund for cancellations.
• No refunds or credits will be granted after the conference begins on January 11, 2025.
• If AAPA has to cancel the in-person We Are Family (Medicine) in Savannah, all registrants’ registration fees will be transferred to a fully virtual conference experience and participants will be refunded the difference in price, if applicable.
• All hotel cancellations must be made directly with the hotel.
• No refunds will be given for Ghost Walking Tour or Praline Making Class after December 11, 2024.

Registration Discounts

Group Registration

AAPA offers a $100 discount, per registrant, on group registrations of 10+ PAs or NPs.

Restrictions apply:

• All registrants must also book a hotel room at the time of registration.
• No registrant on the list may be already registered. No refunds will be given.
• This promotion and discount may not be used in combination with any other promotion or discount.
• Group registration list must be submitted to [email protected]

Student Registration

Are you a student and want to register for this conference? Contact [email protected] to receive $200 off your registration.

CME Accreditation

Accreditation Statements

The 2025 We Are Family (Medicine) Conference, offered January 11 – 13, 2025, has been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 32.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Are You an NP?

NPs can often claim AAPA Category 1 CME credit as continuing education with AANPCB and ANCC. Check with your certification/licensing authority to confirm that AAPA credit is acceptable – and then register today!

Accreditation Statements – American Association of Nurse Practitioners Accreditation – In-Person Conference

This conference will be submitted to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners for accredited education approval.

Agenda

Below is a list of all sessions taking place at the 2025 We Are Family (Medicine) Conference. Please note that times listed are Eastern Standard Time.

For full session descriptions, learning objectives, and faculty information, please click here.

This agenda may be updated or modified without notification.

Venue and Travel

Conference Venue

Hyatt Regency Savannah
2 W. Bay Street
Savannah, GA 31401

Making a Hotel Room Reservation

A discounted room rate of $213 plus applicable taxes has been secured for attendees and will be available until 11:59 p.m. (PT) on Friday, December 20, 2024, or until the room block is full. After that time, a room cannot be guaranteed.

BOOK YOUR ROOM

Please note that the destination fee is waived for any attendee that books in this room block, but you can opt in to this incentive if you choose to at check-in.

Reservations can also be made over the phone by calling the hotel directly, 1-800-233-1234. Please have your arrival/departure dates, bed type preference, and credit card information ready. You must mention the group code G-APAS to receive the discounted rate.

Should you have any issues booking a hotel room, please contact Allie Levy.

Benefits of Staying at the Conference Hotel

You have easy access to the day’s sessions, meals, and countless networking opportunities with your peers. By staying within the block, you also help AAPA negotiate the best hotel rates for our attendees. There’s really no reason to stay anywhere else!

Hotel Perks

• Complimentary high-speed wireless internet in guest rooms
• Complimentary health club access
• Access to indoor pool
• Riverfront hotel in Savannah’s Historic District steps away from shops, monuments, restaurants and more
• Pet-friendly

Hotel Policies

Check-in time is 4 p.m. and check-out time is 11 a.m. Reservations must be cancelled 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a no-show fee equal to one night’s room and tax. All reservations and cancellations must be made directly with the hotel.

Travel

Flying? The Hyatt Regency Savannah is 10 miles from the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). The Amtrak Savannah Station is 4.5 miles away from the hotel. Hotel shuttle service to and from the airport or train station is not provided; however, there are other transportation options available. Taxi, Uber, and Lyft are among the most popular and affordable options.

Driving? Valet and self-parking at the hotel are available. See here for current rates.

Airline discount with Southwest Airlines

Airline discount with United Airlines

Things to Do in Savannah

The conference hotel is just steps away from downtown historic Savannah.

Outdoors

Have a picnic in one of the 22 historic squares or parks around the city, take a day trip to explore Tybee Island or explore Savannah’s State and National Parks. Whatever you choose is bound to make a memory!

Shopping

Savannah has a unique shopping scene for you to bring one-of-a-kind souvenirs back home. From boutiques to the historic city market, there is something for every shopping lover.

Attractions

Historic home tours, eclectic galleries, film hotspots and more options are there for your visit.

Restaurants

World-famous cuisine and spirit options await you in Savannah that are sure to get even the pickiest of eaters excited. Check out all these options to get your dining inspiration.

There are tons of itineraries and planning guides to help you make the most of your trip.

Information for Attendees

On-Site Conference Registration

• Registration is open Friday, January 10 from 4 – 6 p.m. and then will reopen at 7 a.m. on Saturday, January 11. You only need to check in once at the on-site registration desk.
• We Are Family (Medicine) is BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). Use your mobile device, computer, or tablet to answer questions in CME sessions that use audience response system technology.
• Bring a sweater or light jacket. Meeting rooms might get cold.

Accessing Electronic Handouts

There is no paper syllabus or final program for this course. Lecture materials will be available under “My Curriculum” in AAPA’s Learning Central before the conference start date.

Accessing the Course Evaluations and CME Certificate

Your completion of course evaluations is a prerequisite for a CME certificate. The course evaluations/CME certificate will be available in AAPA’s Learning Central beginning Saturday, January 11, 2025. You will have until Friday, February 28, 2025, to complete the evaluations.

Testimonials

What Previous Attendees Say About We Are Family (Medicine)

“Would most definitely recommend this conference. All of the speakers were top notch. Latest updates on specific disease entities was extremely helpful.”

“It was a very diverse group of topics, which was helpful for me as someone who doesn’t do much in primary care. I appreciated a wide array of topics to help me with both general practice and PANRE review.”

“Filled with extremely useful information that will come in handy on a day-to-day basis!”

“Great update and review on many frequently seen topics.”

“Excellent speakers chosen that have many years of experience in their respective fields.”

“Great information. Loved how all sessions were for everyone and we didn’t have to choose between them. Also loved the more intimate breakout sessions.”

“Excellent speakers and a diversity of topics. I appreciated the setup for the meals which was conducive to networking with other PAs in smaller groups.”

“I was extremely impressed with content and quality of conference, information was very practical even after 20+ years of practice.”

“Good variety of pertinent information presented in an easily digestible way.”

Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities

Partnering With AAPA

Put the prestige and connections of AAPA to work for you and reach medical professionals from a variety of specialties and experience levels with essential updates and skills necessary for family medicine practice. At We Are Family (Medicine) 2025, you will connect with PAs and NPs of all experience levels practicing in family medicine and general internal medicine.

Top 5 Specialties

Primary Work Settings

Years of Experience in Current Specialty

Person’s Occupation

Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities

Increase your ROI with exciting networking and sponsorship opportunities that will enhance your visibility at We Are Family (Medicine).

Have your own Table-top Exhibit located in the conference area.

Exhibit Includes:

• Reserved 6’x30” Tabletop Exhibit with a black tablecloth
• One (1) 6’ skirted table and two (2) side chairs, provided by AAPA
• Onsite Signage
• Wi-Fi
• Electric (available upon request)
• Exhibitor will receive two (2) complimentary registration badges
• Medical Pursuit Spot – Attendees will participate in the trivia game by stopping by all exhibit booths and answer trivia questions (provided by exhibitors).  Once attendees have visited all tabletop exhibits, they will drop off their game card at the registration desk and are entered to win a prize.
• Company information posted on the conference website

Become an Event Partner, to extend your brand, reach the right audience and amplify your message through thought leadership, creating a memorable attendee experience, or brand exposure.  AAPA offers a variety of different opportunities that are available to fit your budget and needs.

In addition to the benefits for each item, companies will also receive:

• General Event Partner & Exhibit Recognition – Conference Website, Pre-Promotional Materials, and Onsite Signage
• Access to the Pre & Post Conference Attendee Registration List (available four weeks before the conference)

For questions or to start partnering with AAPA, please contact Heather.